Between the second ODI Sri Lanka and New Zealand It will be held on 17 November 2024 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. This match is crucial as Sri Lanka lead the three-match series 1-0 after winning the first ODI.
In the first ODI, Sri Lanka put up an outstanding performance, winning by 45 runs using the DLS method. Major contributions have arrived Avishka Fernando and Where in Mandyboth of them hit centuries which led Sri Lanka to a strong result. Their bowlers effectively limited New Zealand’s chase by complementing their batting efforts with disciplined spells.
New Zealand struggled in the first match, especially in the batting department. They faced challenges against the Sri Lankan spinners and had two debutants in their line-up which highlighted their inexperience. Absence of a fast bowler Loki FergusonOut of order due to injury, weakened his attacks even more. Despite these setbacks, they will look to bounce back and level the series in this crucial second ODI.
New Zealand Sri Lanka Tour 2024, 2nd ODI:
- Date and Time: November 17; 09:00 GMT | 14:30 IST | 19:00 local
- Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:
The pitch at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is usually known for being a batting-friendly surface, offering good pace and bounce for batsmen. Historically, it favors chasing teams as the conditions become easier for batting as the match progresses. The outfield is usually fast, allowing for boundaries to be hit with relative ease. However, spinners can also play a crucial role, especially in the middle overs, as the pitch can offer some spin as the game progresses. Generally, teams that win the toss may prefer to chase using the conditions in the second innings, taking advantage of any potential attrition on the field. If the batsmen apply themselves well, expect an exciting contest with plenty of runs on offer.
SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Options:
- Goalkeeper: Where in Mandy
- Doughs: Will Young, Glenn Phillips, Charith Asalanka, Pathum Nissanka,
- Comprehensive: Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Kamindu Mendis, Dunith Wellalage
- Bowler: Maheesh Theekshana, Ish Sodhi
SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Option 1 Kusal Mendis (c), Will Young (vc)
Option 2: Glenn Phillips (c), Pathum Nissanka (vc)
Also READ: SL vs NZ 2024: New Zealand’s best XI for ODI series against Sri Lanka
SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Avishka Fernando, Dushan Hemanta, Mark Chapman, Dilshan Madushanka
SL vs NZ Dream11 Team for today’s match (November 17, 09:00 GMT):
Teams:
New Zealand: Tim Robinson, Will Young, Mark Chapman, Glen Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitch Hay (wk), Josh Clarkson, Mitchell Santner (c), Zachary Foulkes, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy, Adam Milne, Henry Nicholls, Nathan Smith, Dean Foxcroft
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Janith Liyanage, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka, Dushan Hemantha, Nishan Wellreyalshanderff, , Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Mohamed Shiraz
